In terms of finding that first international recognition of my work, coming back to Cannes is such a milestone in my life because it began actually with 'Devdas'.

Beauty is transient and changes with time.

I don't believe in proving a point to anybody. Nobody is that important.

For me, it’s not about breaking big in Hollywood, but having interesting experiences.

Despite being in showbiz, I have a very real approach to my life. It plays off with my social life.

I always knew I would be successful. So there was no element of surprise.

I am human and I am very sensitive, so of course it hurts when there is someone out there criticizing you. You work to do your best, you work to receive appreciation. It definitely hurts me lesser today because with time and experience I have learned to reduce the negativity and truly recognize the positivity in life which is so much more.